Question

1. in 1903 the united states purchased the rights to the panama canal from ______ in order to complete its construction.

a) colombia
b) france
c) mexico
d) spain

1. why was the u.s. interested in expanding to territories such as guam, puerto rico and the philippines?

a. establish strategic military bases in the pacific
b. oppose revolutionary movements in spanish colonies
c. promote u.s. economic influence in latin america
d. prevent the spread of communism in asia

1. which of the following nations became a protectorate of the u.s. under the platt amendment

a. guam
b. philippines

Explanation:

1. France initially began constructing the Panama Canal but abandoned it due to financial and health issues. The U.S. purchased the canal rights from France in 1903.
2. Guam, Puerto Rico, and the Philippines are Pacific/Caribbean territories. The U.S. sought these areas post-Spanish-American War to set up military bases for strategic Pacific presence.
3. The Platt Amendment (1901) made Cuba a U.S. protectorate, allowing U.S. intervention and military bases there. (Note: The visible options (Guam, Philippines) are incorrect; the correct answer is Cuba, though not listed in the visible part.)

Answer:

1. B) France
2. a. establish strategic military bases in the Pacific
3. (Correct answer: Cuba, not among visible options)